A Population of Viruses with Similar Characteristics Is Called a ________

question 10

Multiple Choice

A population of viruses with similar characteristics is called a ________.

• A) strain
• B) species
• C) type
• D) genome
• E) sense

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Definitions:

Muscular Tissue

A type of body tissue made up of fibers that contract to produce movement.

Catarrhal Stage

Inflammation of the mucous membranes.

Whooping Cough

A highly contagious respiratory tract infection characterized by severe coughing fits and a distinctive "whooping" sound when inhaling.

Pertussis

A highly contagious respiratory disease also known as whooping cough, caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis.